Vettuna Thappu Illa Lyrics

From the movie Ullathil Nalla Ullam

Vettuna Thappu Illa Song Lyrics is the track from Ullathil Nalla Ullam Tamil Film – 1988, Starring Vijayakanth, Radha, Charle, Janagaraj, Radha Ravi, Senthil, Thalaivasal Vijay, Vinu Chakravarthy, Kamala Kamesh, Madhuri. This song was sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமண்யம். The music was composed by Gangai Amaran.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

Music DirectorGangai Amaran

Singers

எப

Singerஎஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமண்யம்

Star Cast

ActorVijayakanth

ActorRadha

ActorCharle

Translation

Vettuna thappu illa kuthuna kuthamilla Ippathaan vekkamilla paappa
Vettuna thappu illa kuthuna kuthamilla Ippathaan vekkamilla paappa

Naan yokkiyana vaazhnthirunthu laabam illa
Siru pillaiyidhu sirichirukku thappu senja paavamilla
Vettuna thappu illa kuthuna kuthamilla
Ippathaan vekkamilla paappa hae
Vettuna thappu illa kuthuna kuthamilla
Ippathaan vekkamilla paappa

Padichu padichu puthiya sonnalum Ketta yaarum thirunthavillai
Adichu adichu potta pinnala Adangi pogum nilamai ingae

Thavaru seiyaadha aalunga illai Thappu seiyaadha oorumillai hahaan
Vazhiya sonnalum povadhum illai Kaadhil veredhum yeravilali

Idu maarama ponakka aa aa Idhu maarama ponakka
Ooredhu per yedhu neeyum naanum yedhu Yarumilla hoi

Vettuna thappu illa kuthuna kuthamilla
Ippathaan vekkamilla paappa
Vettuna thappu illa kuthuna kuthamilla
Ippathaan vekkamilla paappa
Naan yokkiyana vaazhnthirunthu laabam illa
Siru pillaiyidhu sirichirukku thappu senja paavamilla

Vettuna thappu illa kuthuna kuthamilla
Ippathaan vekkamilla paappa
Vettuna thappu illa kuthuna kuthamilla
Ippathaan vekkamilla paappa papa pa pa papa

Gaandhi sonna buthiyaiyum kettom Kettu ahimsaiyai pudichoma
Sathiya sodhanai puthagatha vaangi Sathiyama yaarum padichoma

Uyiru pala thandhu suthanthiram vaangi Oorukkullara koduthomaa
Vayiru kaayama ezhainga veeta Varumai illama thaduthoma

Idhu aagathappa…aaa… Idhu aagathappa kelu aaraichi venamappa
Kaiya melae thookku paavamilla aaaan

Vettuna thappu illa kuthuna kuthamilla Ippathaan vekkamilla paappa haan
Male & Chorus :

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song questions the effectiveness of past struggles for freedom if the benefits haven't reached the common people. It concludes with a defiant call to action, implying that since traditional methods and moral teachings have failed, perhaps a more direct, uninhibited approach (symbolized by "raise your hand, it's not a sin") is the only way forward, or simply an acceptance of the prevailing moral decay. It's a stark reflection on the perceived decline of ethics and the struggle for genuine societal change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Vettuna Thappu Illa?

Vettuna Thappu Illa is sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமண்யம்.

Which movie is Vettuna Thappu Illa from?

The song Vettuna Thappu Illa is featured in the movie Ullathil Nalla Ullam.

Who wrote the lyrics for Vettuna Thappu Illa?

The lyrics for Vettuna Thappu Illa were written by Unknown with music composed by Gangai Amaran.

Is English translation available for Vettuna Thappu Illa lyrics?

Yes! Vettuna Thappu Illa lyrics from Ullathil Nalla Ullam include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Vettuna Thappu Illa lyrics?

The song "Vettuna Thappu Illa" from 'Ullathil Nalla Ullam' is a cynical and rebellious commentary on societal morality and the futility of traditional wisdom. It expresses a disillusioned view that in the current world, wrongdoings like cutting or stabbing are met with no shame, and living honestly yields no benefit. The lyrics suggest that people only learn through force, and despite historical lessons from figures like Gandhi on non-violence and truth, society has failed to internalize these values, leading to continued poverty and injustice. The song questions the effectiveness of past struggles for freedom if the benefits haven't reached the common people. It concludes with a defiant call to action, implying that since traditional methods and moral teachings have failed, perhaps a more direct, uninhibited approach (symbolized by "raise your hand, it's not a sin") is the only way forward, or simply an acceptance of the prevailing moral decay. It's a stark reflection on the perceived decline of ethics and the struggle for genuine societal change.